Our Staff Team
"to prepare God's people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up" - Ephesians 4:12
Joy O’Byrne - Director of Spiritual Formation
It does something to me inside that I can’t explain when I watch someone uncover something new about God. As we grow in our knowledge of Him through His Word and experience His love for us in our hearts we will grow to love Him more and be formed into the image of Christ! My ministry at Grace focuses on providing environments for spiritual growth to occur. That may be in adult classes, in a small group, on a ministry team or at a weekend retreat. We all are wired differently and we connect with God uniquely. We want to help you connect with God!
In addition to serving on staff at Grace I am a Grace supported missionary serving with Imago Chrisit (www.ImagoChristi.org), the ministry of spiritual formation in Church Resource Ministries (CRM). I've been on staff since 2001. I’ve been married to Bruce for 20+ years and we have two sons, Bryce and Sean.
Phone: 717-464-2782 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-2782 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 30)
Email: jobyrne@gracewv.org
Lisa Vogt - Office Manager
When you walk into the church office, you are bound to be met by Lisa's cheery smile and bubbly personality. As the Office Manager, Lisa is the one to contact for a variety of issues from giving records to scheduling of church events. Her job requires her to be accessible to everyone in the congregation, which she does with enthusiasm and a willing spirit. Lisa has been a part of our staff since 2001. She is married to Cary and has two daughters, Rachel and Megan.
Phone: 717-464-2782 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-2782 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 42)
Email: lvogt@gracewv.org
Shirl Pearson - Administrative Assistant 
Shirl is most visible in her role as Administrative Assistant for Senior Adults. She enjoys working with Pastor Bob and caring for the many details that come up from week to week. She also helps in general office work. She and her husband Randy make their home in Strasburg with their 3 boys, Dave, Matt and Andrew.
Phone: 717-464-2782 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-2782 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 32)
Email: spearson@gracewv.org
Vicki Harnish - Financial Administrative Assistant
Vicki loves the challenge of a good puzzle. As Grace’s bookkeeper, you can find her in the church office putting all the pieces together of Grace’s finances. She loves helping the staff put together their own part of the puzzle. Raised in Rising Sun, MD, Vicki earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting at Goldey-Beacom College. Vicki came to Grace first as a Kids Express Preschool teacher in 2009. In her spare time, Vicki is at home on the family farm with her husband, son, daughter and family dog, Daisy.
Phone: 717-464-2782 (Extension 31)
Email: vharnish@gracewv.org
Jan Shetter - Director of Assimilation
Connecting people to people and to God is what energizes Jan! She can be seen Sunday mornings working with the Lobby Hosts or at the Hospitality Center; her assimilation team has majored in making guests feel welcome at Grace. Jan has been on staff since 1998; she has her Master of Education in Music degree from Trenton State University. She is married to Sheldon, and they have four grown children and six grandchildren.
Phone: 717-464-2782 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-2782 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 25)
Email: jshetter@gracewv.org
April Hollinger - Director of Children’s Ministry
Brad Gibbs - Director of Student Ministries
Shalom; Brad Gibbs here, the young man with the privilege of hanging out with the teens at Grace Church @ Willow Valley. My gig is all about equipping students to Know God, Build Community, and Serve others as they go along for the Glory of Yahweh. I consider teens to be the most powerful people group in the world when they are passionate and equipped to succeed. The energy and strength exuded from a room of teenagers is both powerful and exciting. My passion for teens is strong because each and every one of them yearns for acceptance; unfortunately, only a few actually feel loved on a daily basis. My job is to make every teen I meet feel like they are the most important person in the world; a thumbprint of the creator. It is by God’s grace alone that I am in the position that I am to serve and influence lives. I am not perfect nor will I ever be. I am in process learning how to know the Character of God and reflect it every second of every day. If you think of me pray for me, because I need all the help I can get. Grace and Peace to you from God our Father! Soli Deo Gloria!
Phone: 717-464-1439 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-1439 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 22)
Email: bgibbs@gracewv.org
Tina Palguta - Director of Kids Express Preschool
Tina Palguta - Director of Kids Express Preschool In her role as the Director of Kids Express Preschool, you are sure to find Tina floating from classroom to classroom during school days. Tina began this role in July, 2006. Her great organizational skills and lengthy background in both preschool and public schools is a tremendous asset to our preschool. Tina has lived in Lancaster County for the past 14 years. She has several degrees, the latest being a Masters of Education. She feels blessed by God for bringing her to an exceptional church and preschool! Tina resides in Manheim Township with her husband and two boys.
Phone: 717-464-1439 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-1439 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 29)
Email: tpalguta@gracewv.org
Patty Deiter – Director of Music & Women’s Ministries
Patty joined the Grace Staff in August 2008, but she has been a member of the Grace family since 1995. Patty has two loves – music and teaching - and she is passionate about using both to bring glory to God and draw others closer to Him. In addition to her responsibilities in the music and women’s ministries at Grace Church, Patty is a kindergarten teacher in the
Phone: 717-464-2782 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 717-464-2782 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (Extension 34)
Email: pdeiter@gracewv.org
David Julian – Worship Intern
An intern at Grace, David has been helping to develop and shape our 10:30 service. He works closely with the Director of and Assistant Director of Music to organize, plan, and lead times of worship. His passion is to lead the worldwide body of Christ to a true place of worship, through all forms of art. David has been on staff since 2008. He is currently studying at
Email: djulian@gracewv.org
